Cal Neva Resort Spa and Casino
It was the pioneer casino at Crystal Bay. Initially, it was a simple resort called Ta-Neva-Ho built in 1926. After a few years, the management changed the name to Cal Neva Resort. Unfortunately, a fire burned down the casino in the 1930s. Surprisingly, the owner rebuilt the facility in a month, and it was back to business. It's a significant part of the history of this area as in the 1960s as the owner of the establishment was none other than Frank Sinatra, a legend in Las Vegas.
George’s Gateway Club
George’s Gateway club was a mere shack in the late 1940s. It was a simple structure with a neon sign. This was good for business back then. In 1955, Bill Harrah bought the club for half a million dollars and revamped it to have a better look. He also changed the name to Harrah’s Lake Club. A year later, he sold the property to Harvey’s for more than five million dollars, making a significant profit. To date, it operates as Harvey’s Lake Tahoe.
Harvey Wagon Wheel Saloon and Gambling Hall
Harvey's Wagon Wheel opened in the 1940s when gambling was legal in the state. The area was developing and there was potential for good business. The proprietor behind the saloon was Harvey Gross. Compared to modern casinos, it was a small place with some slot machines. However, it played a role in promoting gambling back in the day, it attracted players, and it also operated as a restaurant.
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Stateline Country Club
In the 1930s, there was a cozy place in Lake Tahoe to enjoy a bite and a drink with a simple soda fountain. At the rear of this place was a simple gambling nook. The site was the Stateline Country Club, where many people stopped over while traveling within the area. In 1958, Bill Harrah bought the club, and expanded it.
Bill Harrah had also acquired Tony’s and Dopey Norman’s in 1955.